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Poverty, unemployment at 70%, AIDS, poor housing and health... the townships have it all.  But there is a positive spirit and determination to bring about change.
"Hope Africa" (the social development arm of Cape Town diocese) is trying to help.
 
 
 
  |   The catering school in Khayelitsha: practical training for jobs.
 |   Brown’s Farm is one of the poorest districts in Cape Town...
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 |   ...and St Paul’s Church is in the thick of it.
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   |   Inside the church, childcare and AIDS groups,
 job creation and training take place
 - as well as confirmation classes and confessions.
 |   The children gather before a Sunday service.
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   |   Teenagers are proud to be part of the servers’ team.
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  |   Contrast with the affluence at the Waterfront...
 |   ...but community groups can earn a living there.
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